SWITCHGRADE™ A game-changing new bike component that lets you change your saddle angle on the fly so you can climb easier, get rowdy on descents, and cover distances in comfort.
Level saddle for climbing lets you sit upright with a straight back and proper lumbar alignment.
STOP BACK PAIN
Reduce pressure on perineum to stop numbing and pain in nether regions.
ELIMINATE GROIN DISCOMFORT
Keep the front wheel weighted on climbs, combat suspension sag, and drive power to rear wheel.
INCREASE POWER & TRACTION
Climb efficiently and reduce fatigue on arms, legs, and core muscles. Ride down with increased energy and vigor.
SAVE ENERGY FOR THE FUN STUFF
Let customers speak for us
Great, we'll engineered bit of kit.... already making a difference to my riding. Highly recommended
This is undoubtedly one of the best bike gear so far since the introduction of the dropper post.
The pieces are beautifully machined and the installation is straightforward.
I've installed mine (V3) on the new FOX Transfer and it's perfect.
It works smoothly with a rock solid action.
Best Buy!
Marco from Italy
Holy macaroni. I just wrote to Noel what kind of problems switchgrade solved for me. And by reading the reviews I see I'm absolutely NOT unique. So just like other people wrote. Back muscles are inactive even when riding something like 15% fire road. The handlebar when riding steep mountain is suddenly doing its job (which is steering) because it's not used to save myself from sliding back. So more control, less pain and my multi hour rides in Alps are gonna be MUCH more fun from now on. Already ordered 2nd one for my Giant. It came out that Type 5 is basically the same as Type 2 which is compatible with my favorite KS droppers. So I'm future proof in case Giant's dropper breaks. Thanks for such a great device. Here in the Alps it's really equally or maybe even more important than a dropper. And I only described half of the product (nose down). Nose up is something I'll be definitely using in bike parks as soon as they open here. Nice!
Ok.. so I gave this thing about 2 months of riding to give a fair review.
Installed this on a Bike Yoke equipped Nukeproof Giga. On long climbs, its saved my back from the post ride soreness I usually get. On the descents, I wished the saddle could tilt just a touch more.
Too early to report reliability wise, but in the mud, a quick blast of water post ride is all thats needed to keep it functioning.
Expensive, but worth the price. Awesome for long climbs. It puts you in a better position, so you save energy by not having to constantly push/pull on your handlebar and by pedaling way more efficiently. Way more comfortable for the lower back.
Also, you always keep your traction at the maximum. You know that feeling of needing to stand up on a steep section but losing all traction because there is no more weight on the saddle--> well this no longer exist. I recommend it for intermediate and advanced mtbiker (people who understand the importance of their weight ditribution vs stability/traction/frontwheel lift and wandering.
It’s already been said, but this SwitchGrade really makes a difference to your riding, the increased confidence is inspiring, another product you thought you didn’t need but actually ought to welcome with open arms. Need to buy another one for my hardtail
This is undoubtedly one of the best bike gear so far since the introduction of the dropper post.
The pieces are beautifully machined and the installation is straightforward.
I've installed mine (V3) on the new FOX Transfer and it's perfect.
It works smoothly with a rock solid action.
Best Buy!
Marco from Italy
The next revolution after the dropper post is here !
Very well built, simple, efficient... Indispensable !
I already have one on my enduro bike, and afer a few month riding it, something was missing when I was riding my E-bike . So I had to get a Switchblade for my E-bike :)
Just mounted to my new Nomad, and couldn't be happier! The craftsmanship and quality are top-notch, I was a little unsure about how the mechanism would actually feel but after finally seeing it in person - it truly couldn't be any better! Can't wait to get out and ride with it.
I can't imagine riding uphill without SwitchGrade anymore.This thing really makes a difference. The only improvement for me it would be a SwitchGrade with only two positions as I use only climb and neutral position. In that case it would be even easier to switch grades while riding a bike. I would also recommend to somehow distribute SwitchGrade to some EU stores as import duties push the total price in the sky ... but in the end SwithcGrade is worth of every penny
This completely changed climbs in enduro racing.
Now I get much more power on the pedals and the hip position is more relaxed.
I can really recommend this. Setup Specialized enduro 2022 and dropper Oneup.
Well machined, easy to mount and easy to use! A must have for any enduro bike or ebike!
This device is fantastic!
Also, I enjoyed my interactions with Noel while asking a few clarifying questions about which one to get for my current and future dropper post.
I'm thrilled to have one, and I'm thrilled to tell my friends about it and let them try it!
And, made in Canada!!!
100% Recommend!
Designed on the North Shore, precision machined in Whistler BC. Hand assembled. Tested on the rowdiest dirt on the planet.
Made in Canada, eh
The Experts weigh in...
ELIMINATE GROIN & BACK PAIN, CLIMB EFFICIENTLY, DESCEND WITH CONFIDENCE
“I’ve been riding the SwitchGrade for couple weeks now, and I simply love it. Having the ability to get a proper seat positions for climbing and descending is a game changer, it’s a product I’ll use all the time on all my bikes 🤘” - Yoann Barelli, Professional Freerider, Proprietor, Into The Gnar Progression Team
“Tried it last night for first time! Amazing in climbing, flat, and descending mode!! So good!! Easy to Switch, solid, and good angles! I will need to use one of these forever now! Ha ha Well done sir!! Everyone should have these!!” - Brett Tippie, Professional Freerider, Proprietor Brett Tippie Podcast
"After spending a few long days in the saddle with SwitchGrade installed, I can definitely say that the benefits are noticeable. From a biomechanics perspective, the forward tilted position definitely creates a more anteriorly rotated pelvis in the seated position. That's anatomy speak for better lower back posture, and better power transfer during seated, steep climbs. From a shredding perspective, the rearward tilt gives you a noticeably increased standover height over your dropped saddle for full send, downhill procedures. I can't wait to get more time on the bike with Switchgrade aboard." - Dr. Josh Harris DPT, Osteopractic, MTBer, Owner, Somercycle Bike Shop
"When riding up a steep slope, a traditionally neutral saddle tilt will cause the pelvis to tilt posteriorly. This has a number of implications, both above and below the level of the hip. In addition to over-lengthening and stressing muscles of the lumbar spine, an aggressive posterior pelvic tilt alters the position of the hip joint relative to other structures in the body. This changes the leverage capabilities of the hip and surrounding muscles, particularly in regards to hip extension. Excessive posterior pelvic tilt also has a negative impact upon quadriceps muscle recruitment, and has the potential to affect the degree of terminal knee extension during pedal stroke. What this boils down to is both an uncomfortable and inefficient riding position. A negative saddle tilt, such as that provided by the SwitchGrade, helps mitigate this change in pelvic tilt during steep, seated climbing." - Dr. Adam Phaneuf, Professional Bike Fitter, Owner, Apex Chiropractic and Rehab
"As a coach who is always looking for ways to help riders feel more comfortable on the bike, I saw immediately how this could keep pressure off their sensitive under-bits for those long steep climbs. After riding on the Switchgrade I was surprised by how much I missed it when riding on my bikes without one. It made my normal saddle position I've been riding for 20yrs feel like it was pointing straight up when climbing. I plan to introduce a lot of new people to the Switchgrade and to make sure all my bikes have one on it."- Harlan Price, Level II PMBIA Instructor, Owner/Head Coach, Take Aim Cycling
